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Rize

Discover Rize, where tea gardens, misty valleys, rushing rivers and the Kaçkar Mountains surround highlights such as Zilkale, Çamlıhemşin and the traditional highland communities of the eastern Black Sea.

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Rize Çarşı Shopping Centre

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A shopping complex in the Çarşı neighbourhood of central Rize, with shops and dining businesses. Individual stores may follow different opening hours.

📍 Çarşı Mahallesi, Osman Karavin Caddesi No:13, Merkez/Rize

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Rize Castle

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A historic castle southwest of Rize city centre. Check current access and visitor arrangements before travelling, and respect closed or restricted areas.

📍 Rize Kalesi, şehir merkezinin güneybatısı, Merkez/Rize

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Rize Museum (Yellow House)

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A museum housed in the traditional building known as the Yellow House. Its collection includes archaeological and ethnographic objects and coins. Check current visiting arrangements and any renovation restrictions before travelling.

📍 Piriçelebi Mahallesi, Rize Müzesi, Merkez/Rize

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Rize Tea Bazaar

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A tea-themed shopping and visitor complex known for its tea-glass-shaped tower. Check the shops' current products and operating arrangements before visiting. Access conditions for the tower and other visitor sections may differ.

📍 Eminettin Mahallesi, Çay Çarşısı kompleksi, Merkez/Rize

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Rize Teachers' Guesthouse

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Rize Teachers' Guesthouse is an accommodation property in the Merkez district of Rize. Contact the property directly for current accommodation options, availability, rates and services. Confirm guest eligibility and reservation requirements in advance.

📍 Engindere Mahallesi, Menderes Bulvarı No:175 D:1, Merkez/Rize

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Rizem Patisserie

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A patisserie on the entrance floor of Timya shopping centre in central Rize. Contact the venue directly for its current menu, products, prices and opening hours.

📍 Yeniköy Mahallesi, Mostar Caddesi No:17, Timya AVM giriş kat No:15, Merkez/Rize

Plan your visit

Rize practical travel guide

Rize is an intensely green Black Sea province of tea gardens, stormy rivers, waterfalls, highland settlements and the Kaçkar Mountains.

Top experiences

  • ✓Explore the Fırtına Valley and Zil Castle.
  • ✓Visit Ayder and surrounding highlands.
  • ✓Walk through tea gardens.
  • ✓Discover Kaçkar mountain routes with suitable guidance.

Best time to visit

June to September provides the easiest highland access. Rain and fast weather changes remain possible.

Getting around

Minibuses serve main valleys, but a car, driver or tour is useful for highlands and remote villages.

Where to stay

  • •Rize center for transport.
  • •Çamlıhemşin for Fırtına Valley.
  • •Highland lodges for nature.

Local food to try

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Practical tips

  • ✓Carry waterproof clothing.
  • ✓Do not underestimate mountain weather.
  • ✓Use established operators for rafting.

Travel conditions and opening arrangements can change. Check current information before your visit.

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